Northern Lights May Be Visible Across Northern U.S. States Due to Minor Geomagnetic Storms
A coronal hole on the Sun is expected to cause minor geomagnetic storms, potentially making the aurora borealis visible in several northern U.S. states.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has reported that a coronal hole on the Sun's surface is expected to cause minor geomagnetic storms, potentially making the aurora borealis visible in several northern U.S. states. These storms are forecasted to be relatively mild, classified as G1 on NOAA's scale, but can still enhance the visibility and brightness of the northern lights.
The aurora could be visible from parts of Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, and northern South Dakota. In the Midwest, northern Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan may experience the lights. On the East Coast, the northern tip of Maine could also witness the display. Most of Alaska falls within the view line for the lights on Monday.
To optimize viewing, NOAA experts recommend traveling north toward the Earth's magnetic north pole and away from light pollution. Observers should find a location with a clear northern view and plan their outings between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m., when auroral activity is typically at its peak.